Clinical vampirism
Clinical Vampirism (pronounced: klin-i-kəl vam-pi-riz-əm), also known as Renfield's Syndrome or Vampirism, is a rare psychological disorder characterized by a compulsion to drink blood. The term is not widely recognized or used by the medical community, and it does not appear in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
Etymology
The term "Clinical Vampirism" is derived from the mythical creature, the Vampire, which is known in folklore for its need to consume human blood to maintain its existence. The term "Renfield's Syndrome" is derived from the character Renfield in Bram Stoker's 1897 novel, Dracula, who had an obsession with drinking blood.
Symptoms
Clinical Vampirism is often associated with a variety of symptoms, including a compulsion to drink blood, often starting with self-harm and progressing to the consumption of the blood of others. Other symptoms may include a fascination with death or the supernatural, and a belief in personal immortality.
Related Terms
- Hematophagy: The practice of certain animals consuming blood.
- Hemophilia: A medical condition where the ability of the blood to clot is severely reduced.
- Vampire folklore: Myths and legends about vampires from various cultures around the world.
Treatment
Treatment for Clinical Vampirism typically involves psychotherapy, often with a focus on understanding and managing the individual's blood-drinking compulsion. Medication may also be used to manage any underlying mental health conditions.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Clinical vampirism
- Wikipedia's article - Clinical vampirism
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